Insights for what's next

Explore practical perspectives that turn complex challenges and emerging trends into real-world outcomes.

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Big Questions

Confronting climate change with OneWater

Joseph Danyluk, Jacobs OneWater director, reflects on a discussion at the NACWA Winter Conference which addressed how water utilities and the wider industry can confront a changing climate. Touching on recent examples of how Jacobs is helping our clients advance climate response efforts, he shares how collaboration will continue to be critical not only as we manage the impacts of climate change, but also explore how water connects us, and how it affects us all.

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Big Questions

Introducing new OneWater reflections series

In a new thought leadership series, our global water team shares how we’re developing integrated and collaborative solutions to the world’s most pressing water challenges.

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Thought Leadership

Co-creating sustainable water catchments

In a recent webinar series, we examined how a collaborative OneWater approach is being used to address catchment-scale water management challenges, such as flooding and droughts, in the U.K.

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Thought Leadership

ESG materiality - what really matters?

Effectively managing Environment, Social and Governance (ESG) in any organization centers on “materiality”. In this article we explore the term, how standards and disclosures relating to materiality are changing, and what the changes means for how you approach and manage impacts, dependencies, risks and opportunities in your organization.

OneWater Reflections
Thought Leadership

New CERCLA rulings for PFAS chemicals: Understanding impacts to utilities

The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently announced finalization of a rule designating two of the most-studied PFAS chemicals, PFOA and PFOS, as hazardous substances under the Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation & Liability Act (CERCLA). Jacobs Global Principal for PFAS & Emerging Contaminants Scott Grieco provides a few clarifications related to municipal utilities on the CERCLA ruling in this article.

OneWater Reflections
Thought Leadership

Demystifying wastewater decarbonization

Jacobs Global Principal for Wastewater Energy Optimization and Decarbonization Emma Shen discusses the importance of transparent net-zero goals in the water sector that account for challenges like wastewater treatment process emissions and long-term decarbonization opportunities.

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OneWater Reflections
Q&A

Innovations in membrane treatment

Jim Lozier looks ahead to the 2024 Membrane Technology Conference in Florida where Jacobs is presenting on the latest developments in membrane treatment, from high-recovery desalination to PFAS removal.

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Thought Leadership

As demand for power grows, airports are at risk: A new report shows what we need to do next

Airports are significant economic drivers where mobility and commerce meet. As electrification and decarbonization accelerate while air travel continues to grow, airports will need five times more power than currently available to meet demand and avoid disruption, according to a new study co-created by Jacobs and summarized by Global Vice President Energy Transition Graeme Cooper and Vice President Aviation Americas, Steve Pelham.

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A Q&A with Chris McCarthy
Q&A

A view on the future of ecotoxicity: A Q&A with Chris McCarthy

The magnitude and breadth of the PFAS challenge are increasing. Successful remediation hinges on measuring and understanding the chemical cost and effect of these toxins, and Senior Principal Technologist Chris McCarthy is leading the way. Read on to learn more about his industry-leading insights.

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Q&A

A view on the future of resources: A Q&A with Sara Adly

The mining industry contributes around 10% of the world’s GDP. The global mining equipment market is projected to reach $121.4 billion by 2026. These statistics, a surge in demand for critical minerals linked to the energy transition and a drive to achieve net zero by 2030 demonstrate the industry’s importance in shaping a more sustainable future. Jacobs Market Director for Resources in Australia and New Zealand Sara Adly gives her perspective on how digital technologies are enhancing operational efficiency and talks about the solutions we’re co-creating with clients to navigate complex challenges and transform tomorrow.

Sara Adly
A Q&A with Bahman Bani Emerging Contaminants Market Solutions Lead
Q&A

A view on the future of PFAS liability: A Q&A with Bahman Bani

The contamination of per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) is one of the greatest chemical remediation challenges in the world right now and PFAS regulation and compliance is rapidly changing to adapt to the true scale of the problem. Pioneers and problem-solvers like Bahman Bani, Jacobs' senior environmental remediation engineer, are helping to discover the best way forward for clients and communities.

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Q&A

A view on the future of critical infrastructure: A Q&A with John Barker

Bringing experience across core markets in the Pacific Northwest, John Barker is the new Executive Director of Sales for the U.S. Northwest. Robust infrastructure establishes the backbone of productive, economically strong communities as assets essential to commerce, trade, public safety and quality of life. In this Q&A, John talks about the critical infrastructure trends in the Pacific Northwest and what’s ahead for the region.

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  • Future Foundations

    Co-creating the world to come

    From developing climate resilience and transitioning to a low-carbon future, to modernizing and transforming infrastructure, governments and businesses face critical challenges. How they respond will define our future.

    As our clients navigate these challenges, we help them think differently – working together to pioneer tomorrow's infrastructure solutions and build the foundations for a prosperous, secure future. 

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